Location: Shenandoah,IA, USA
Our Story:
As the #1 most-preferred national window and door brand by homeowners across the country, Pella Corporation leads the industry in innovation and design. Founded in 1925, today the Pella Family of Brands encompasses a robust product offering sold and installed through various channels. We are a growing, privately owned company with 20 manufacturing locations and over 10,000 team members in the U.S. and Canada. Pella is consistently recognized as a great place to work by Newsweek, Forbes and Glassdoor, having most recently been named to America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek in 2024. We have also received numerous accolades for innovation and design, including Fast Company's Most Innovative Manufacturers for 2022 and 2023.
At Pella, our team cares deeply, learns continuously and achieves results that go beyond. We encourage creative thinking that seeks out and includes diverse perspectives. And we empower you to do the work you're most proud of - that's why we offer individualized talent development plans, cross-functional experiences and opportunities for career advancement through personal and professional development.
With talent just like you, we are imagining, building and fighting for a brighter future for generations to come. Ready to find a career that sparks your passion?
Are you a servant leader looking to coach, mentor, and grow a team of dedicated employees to meet company goals? Are you looking to make a direct impact on an organization and launch your career in a leadership role? If so, we're hiring a Department Manager at Pella Corporation in Shenandoah, Iowa to drive continuous improvement and provide training, guidance, and support for our team. Come do the work you're most proud of at Pella Corporation!
Compensation:
* Competitive salary plus a bonus opportunity.
* Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and 401k match.
The ideal Production Department Manager will meet the following qualifications:
* Associate's/Bachelor's degree and/or 2-5 years of relevant experience.
* Team player with demonstrated leadership skills.
* Excellent verbal and written skills.
* Passion and the ability to motivate others.
* Strong organizational and time management skills.
* Experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement a plus.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:
Pella Corporation is committed to workforce diversity. Pella is a Tobacco-Free Work Environment. Post-offer background check and drug screen required. Pella participates in E- Verify. Pella will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Pella Corporation provides a working environment free of discrimination and harassment. Pella Corporation treats all persons equally, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age or disability, as each is protected under federal law. A number of states in which Pella operates have laws protecting classifications of Team Members not necessarily protected under federal law. Therefore, Pella also treats all persons equally, regardless of political affiliation and belief, pregnancy, national origin, age, creed, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, mental disorder, veteran status, ancestry or handicap as each category is protected under a municipal ordinance or state law.
In this job you will:
* Directly manage 30 - 40 hourly employees.
* Work on the 2nd shift.
* Responsible for your department's safety, quality, and productivity.
* Maintain budget for labor efficiencies in your department.
* Champion continuous improvement in the department (Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing).
* Reward and follow corrective action guidelines as needed with employees.
* Interview, hire, train, and develop employees.